Source: Bureau of Meteorology

For people in parts of Maranoa and Warrego Forecast District.

Issued at 7:33 pm Sunday, 8 December 2024.

Severe thunderstorms remain slow-moving around Wyandra.

Weather Situation: A humid and unstable airmass is leading to a few severe thunderstorms across southern Queensland this evening.

Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce heavy rainfall that may lead to flash flooding in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include Wyandra and Glenorie.

Severe thunderstorms are no longer occurring in the Channel Country and Southeast Coast districts and the warning for these districts is CANCELLED.

Emergency services advise people to:
* Park your car undercover away from trees.
* Close doors and windows.
* Keep asthma medications close by. Storms and wind can trigger asthma attacks.
* Charge mobile phones and power banks in case the power goes out.
* Put your pets somewhere safe and make sure they can be identified in case they get lost.
* Do not drive now unless you have to because conditions are dangerous.
* Tell friends, family and neighbours in the area.
* Go inside a strong building now. Stay inside until the storm has passed.